Abstract

The objective of this research paper is to examine the trends of labour force participation rate (LFPR) among young people (ages 15-29) in the state of Rajasthan, India, broken down by gender and rural/urban areas. The study also aims to investigate the factors that influence the LFPR of young people in Rajasthan during 2020-21, and identify any gender biasness in the labour force participation in Rajasthan. The research uses data from various to show that there is a decline in LFPR among young people in both rural and urban areas, and for both males and females. However, the decline is more pronounced among females, both in rural and urban areas. Additionally, the data suggests a gender biasness in the labour force participation in Rajasthan, as the females have a lower LFPR than the males in both rural and urban areas. The logit model from PLFS data of 2020-21 of young person also shows that there are a number of factors that influence LFPR, including family size, education level, number of jobs, and household income. The study concludes by highlighting the significance of addressing gender biasness and other factors that are affecting the LFPR of young people in Rajasthan in order to promote sustainable economic growth.

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